December weather forecast
Shepard, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shepard, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

In Shepard, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). In Shepard, the average nighttime temperature during December is a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Shepard is 74%.

Rainfall

In Shepard, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.1 rainfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shepard, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Shepard, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shepard in December?

Shepard in December has an average high-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shepard?

The average relative humidity in December in Shepard, South Carolina, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shepard?

In December, in Shepard, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shepard?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Shepard in December?

In Shepard, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shepard?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shepard, South Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in December in Shepard?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shepard?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shepard?

The months with the least sunshine in Shepard, South Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shepard have in December?

In Shepard, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shepard?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shepard, SC

Average temperature in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Shepard, SC

Average pressure in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shepard, SC

Average wind speed in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Shepard, SC

Average humidity in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Shepard, SC

Average rainfall in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Shepard, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shepard, SC

Average snowfall in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shepard, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shepard, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shepard, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Shepard, SC

Average UV index in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Shepard, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Shepard, SC

Average visibility in December - Shepard, SC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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